Which of the following is/are true?
$I$. Biowar is the use of biological weapons against humans and/or their crops and animals.
$II$. Bioethics is the unauthorized use of bioresources and traditional knowledge related to bioresources for commercial benefits.
$III$. Biopatent is exploitation of bioresources of other nations without proper authorization.

  • A
    $II$ only
  • B
    $I$ only
  • C
    $I$ and $II$
  • D
    $I$ and $III$

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